Model Year | 2023 | 2010 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz GLS | Volkswagen Routan | |
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Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 123.4 in | 121.2 in | 2.2 in |
Length | 205.0 in | 202.5 in | 2.5 in |
Width | 79.9 in | 76.9 in | 3 in |
Height | 71.8 in | 68.9 in | 2.9 in |
Curb Weight | 5467 lb. | 4335 lb. | 1132 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 23.8 gal. | 20.5 gal. | 3.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 39.8 in | -0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.3 in | 63.0 in | -3.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 40.6 in | -0.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.2 in | 39.2 in | 1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.5 in | 64.7 in | -6.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 41.9 in | 36.3 in | 5.6 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.9 in | -37.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 62.0 in | -62 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 34.6 in | 31.8 in | 2.8 in |
Total Legroom | 116.8 in (over 3 rows) | 108.7 in (over 3 rows) | 8.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 17.4 ft3 | 32.3 ft3 | -14.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 42.7 ft3 | 83.0 ft3 | -40.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 84.7 ft3 | 141.0 ft3 | -56.3 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLS.
2010 Volkswagen Routan Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 251-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
we have the higher line SEL with Nappa leather seats, just the right amount of padding and thigh support for long trips see full Volkswagen Routan review |